Qatif: The Supreme Court has urged Muslims across the Kingdom to sight the crescent of Ramadan on the evening of Tuesday, Shaban 29, 1447 AH, according to the Umm Al-Qura calendar, corresponding to February 17, 2026. The court's appeal is part of the annual tradition to determine the beginning of Ramadan, a holy month observed by Muslims worldwide through fasting, prayer, and reflection.
According to Saudi Press Agency, the Supreme Court requests that anyone who sights the crescent, whether with the naked eye or binoculars, report to the nearest court to register their testimony. Additionally, individuals are encouraged to contact a local center for assistance in reaching the court. The sighting of the crescent moon marks the official start of Ramadan, and the court's guidance ensures that this important religious observance begins uniformly across the Kingdom.